Round Rock High School - Dragon Yearbook (Round Rock, TX)

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fi m Construction workers, cranes and steel girders were almost as abundant as the students. With s year, many new buildings became necessary. For now, several portables were put up to ease the class overload. - 'F' , if la :wil 1, X M 'll A ,Jw M, ' M. , , ' M , .,gg,,,,.,,..r a-n . M, . M' ., W if . , F' ,vi MW ,Aff - ,, ,,. 1 ' sawn A- , , wt 3- '-,g- 5 ,-, f ., - efww - 'fl ew A V af A . ' , 4' A T . Alqivfff ww' .if t F,1u M ,. fr 'E ? fi overcrowded classes and even more expected next Smith and Jennifer Simpson play around as they Senior class officers Clay Hopkins, Kim R prepare to pose for a group picture. odriguez, Jenny Ford, Janice Stinson, Litza Morales, Jennifer Bostur, Cindy Olson, Tasha l5'5?24i'Y7ffT2f'1 ',.1lyi:fel7rt Vi' 'V 41 , 1' ' , f f I 1 , if - H, .ff,,3,4 fm- ' . Q-,, ., ,fc yu.,-'hiya Y'K57Wf'P'E:'ff' 11 ' 72 X' i' 't 'Eff' YWXQ X '. -Lf ' ' sf':f'a:f3e?ff5 , - A I g. I 1 73. 219' , 1 1 fag-, ' E, L, X if f i if fi K ji it ll i i l 'V , F - L, 4,,Jf i , , Llfji ,f LC for Hfllll Mc LEOD FRESHMAN amss During the week of class officer elections, most of the candidates gut up colorful campaign posters with popular slogans in an attempt to sway t e stu- dent vote. Student Council President Matt Duncan, senior, introduces candidates run- ning for class offices during the senior election assembly. Student Life 11

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10 Student I. Year begins with growth, many changes The first day of school brought sur- prises for many students. Many changes had taken place during the summer, which resulted in confusion for the en- tire student body. A large increase in enrollment crowded the halls, ag- gravating students and faculty alike. With construction blocking many students' familiar routes to the annex and the barn, many found it difficult to get to class on time. To compensate for the increased enrollment, new teachers were added to the staff. During the summer, the Texas Legislature passed special legislation which affected schools. As a result several local policies had to be altered including the exemption policy for final exams. Another law that was passed concerned the grading system in Texas public schools, any grade below a 70 was considered failing. During the third week of school, class officer elections were held. Colorful campaign posters decorated the halls of the main building and the annex. A few catchy campaign slogans were popular among the students such as 4'Stay with Clay and Don't be a hoser, vote for John Houserf' Houser, who ran for junior class president, did not exist. A few imaginative students signed him up to run for the office, but he was dis- qualified when he did not appear to make his speech. Despite his dis- qualification from election Houser became a cult figure honored with his own John Houser Fan Club. Running for the office of sophomore class representative, Shelley Wells delivers her speech to her fellow classmates. With the large increase in students this year, crowded hallways made it more difficult for students to get to class on time. ife M as - . 'I HA, .5 gpg, ig '- jf 'ii-595 4 -JAKJM' - if 5' . i 5 K

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Homecoming plans change with Weather Homecoming week provided an air of excitement that brought out school spirit in all. This was a week that was highlighted by special dress worn by the students, faculty and administration each day. On Monday, sunglasses and hats were worn, Tuesday, colorful and imaginative buttons were shown off, Wednesday provided a chance to wear formal dress, t-shirts and club shirts were worn on Thursday, and Friday was maroon and white day. Also on Friday, mums and boutonnieres were delivered during the students' fourth and fifth period classes. Unfavorable weather conditions dur- ing Homecoming week resulted in the Homecoming parade and candlelight pep rally cancellation. Due to the hard work and effort that various clubs and classes put into their floats, the few completed floats were judged before school on Friday. The Sophomore Class came away winners of the class competi- tion for their sailboat float. In the club competition, the German Club's castle float won while the National Honor Society took second with their banner on skates. Friday's pep rally was one of the best ever at Round Rock, boosting the stu- dent's morale higher than ever. The Dragon varsity football team, however, ended up with the short end of the stick in a tough game versus Spring Westfield. The Dragons played well throughout the game, but their hard work and determination was not enough to overcome that of Westfield. Even with the loss, there was a rather large turn out at the annual after-game Homecoming dance. Many students showed up to hear the latest and most popular songs as the celebration of Homecoming came to an end. Probably the most important element of this year's successful Homecoming was the involvement of Student Coun- cil. Many different committees were set up to make all the arrangements for the various events going on during the week. Meetings were held by the committees in addition to the regular Student Council meetings to make sure the work was being done. Tasha Smith, senior, and her father, Jack Smith, show their excitement as Tasha is named Homecoming Queen for the 1984-85 school year. l'7 Student Life Traci Smotherman, junior, works on the Spanish Club float. Unfortunately, rain destroyed the float before judging began. A new addition to Homecoming week was a spirit sign. Karen Cannady and Cindy Mueller, seniors, add their volleyball graffiti. ,Q I . ij.. .M i CN ' Iii . 23 is .bg .x . at ' I B my ll, x L X1 i - PY lr